Coronavirus LIVE: No case of post-vaccine hospitalisation today, says govt

Coronavirus live updates: India has rolled out two coronavirus vaccines - Covishield and Covaxin. Globally, more than 94 million people have been infected, of which, 10,542,068 are in India

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May everyone be healthy and free from illness, tweets PM Modi after launching vaccination drive

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PM Modi cautions citizens on propaganda against two 'Made in India' coronavirus vaccines

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday cautioned citizens and urged them not to be affected by propaganda against the two Made in India vaccines against coronavirus.

 

Speaking at the launch of the nationwide vaccination drive against the novel coronavirus via video conferencing, PM Modi highlighted that the Indian vaccines are cheaper in comparison to the foreign ones.

 

"Our scientists and experts were assured about the safety and efficacy of the two Made in India vaccines, only then did they allow the emergency use authorization. That is why citizens don't need to fall prey to any propaganda, rumours, or misinformation," he said.

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India's Covid vaccination drive based on humanitarian principles: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that India's coronavirus drive is based on humanitarian and very important principles and also laid emphasis on maintaining social distancing and the use of masks.

 

Speaking at the launch of the nationwide vaccination drive against the novel coronavirus via video conferencing, PM Modi said: "India's coronavirus drive is based on humanitarian and very important principles. Those who need the vaccine the most will get the dose first. Those who are at high risk will get the vaccine shot at first. Doctors, nurses, sanitation staff at hospitals, medical and para-medical staff are the most deserving to get the vaccine dose first." Read on...

11:39 AM

Coronavirus vaccination drive: First vaccine shot given in AIIMS

Delhi AIIMS vaccinates the first beneficiary. The first individual to receive the vaccine was a healthcare worker.

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AIIMS Director Dr Randeep Guleria receives Covid-19 vaccine shot at AIIMS, Delhi

11:32 AM

Covid-19: 249 new cases, 1 death in Telangana

Telangana recorded 249 fresh coronavirus cases, taking the total positives to over 2.91 lakh while one related fatality pushed the toll to 1,575.

 

Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) accounted for the most number of cases with 54, followed by Warangal Urban and Medchal Malkajgiri with 18 and 17 respectively, a government bulletin said on Saturday providing details as of 8 pm on January 15.

 

The total number of cases stood at2,91,367 while recoveries were 2,85,519.

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Centre, states, local bodies and NGOs came together for the Covid challenge: PM Modi

Some districts have not reported a single case in the last few days: PM Modi

 

11:03 AM

Our corona warriors remained away from homes for days: PM Modi

Our corona warriors remained away from homes for days, in the call of duty: PM Modi

 

11:01 AM

Don't pay heed to rumours, propaganda, says PM Modi on India-made coronavirus vaccine

Scientists gave nod to two made-in-India vaccines after being sure of their effects, don't pay heed to rumours, propaganda: PM to countrymen

10:57 AM

PM Modi recalls his govt's decision to impose nationwide lockdown

Decision to impose lockdown was not easy, says PM Modi

10:56 AM

India now has over 2,300 Covid testing labs, says Modi

It disturbs us every time when we think about the days when we could not go near our dear ones, due to social distancing norms: PM Modi

 

10:54 AM

Indian vaccines are relatively cheaper than those made in other countries: PM Modi

Indian vaccines are relatively cheaper than those made in other countries: PM Modi

10:52 AM

Our vaccination programme driven by humanitarian concerns, says Narendra Modi

Our vaccination programme driven by humanitarian concerns, those exposed to maximum risk get priority: PM Modi

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We have got two vaccines in such short time, it's a testimony to our scientists' talent and skills: PM Modi

Country had been waiting impatiently for this day, says Modi

10:49 AM

World has immense faith in India's scientists and capacity of vaccine production, says Modi

World has immense faith in India's scientists and capacity of vaccine production, says Modi during coronavirus vaccine launch.